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Meet Dr. Christian

193968 minUnited States
Drama
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Original language
English
This copy runs
67:52
Subtitles
English

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Synopsis

A small-town doctor argues that his community needs a hospital. The mayor favours a highway and resists the proposal. Dr. Christian must persuade his neighbours that public health deserves a place among the town's ambitions for growth.

Cast

DirectorsBernard Vorhaus

Historical context

Jean Hersholt brought his radio physician to the screen in the first of six Dr. Christian films. The familiar character connects the cinema series directly to an established broadcasting audience.

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